Postcolonial, decolonial, and critical race perspectives in work and organizational psychology

Sandiso Bazana

Chapter 7 in Handbook of Critical Work and Organizational Psychology, 2026, pp 109-131 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter critically interrogates work and organizational (W-O) psychology through the lenses of Postcolonial Perspectives, Decolonizing Studies, and Critical Race Theory (CRT), addressing its entanglement with colonial legacies and systemic inequities. Emerging alongside industrial capitalism and European imperialism, traditional W-O psychology privileged Eurocentric frameworks, marginalizing non-Western epistemologies and sustaining inequities in global organizational practices. Postcolonial Perspectives examine how colonial histories shape workplace dynamics, emphasizing the dismantling of power hierarchies and the integration of diverse cultural perspectives. Decolonizing Studies advocate for epistemic justice, urging organizations to incorporate Indigenous knowledge and relational methodologies to foster inclusion and sustainability. CRT foregrounds systemic racism and intersectionality, exposing racial inequities in hiring, leadership, and policy implementation. Together, these critical frameworks offer transformative pathways for equity and justice, challenging Eurocentric paradigms and enabling culturally nuanced organizational practices. By synthesizing these perspectives, the chapter reimagines W-O psychology as a discipline rooted in justice, inclusivity, and the diversity of human experience.

Keywords: Postcolonial Perspectives; Decolonizing Studies; Critical Race Theory; Work and Organizational Psychology; Equity; Inclusion (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035331055
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